Schorlomite and Kyanite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

Kyanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.77-3.933.53-3.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.54-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Schorlomite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite and Kyanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Schorlomite and Kyanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Schorlomite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.