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Shigaite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Moderately flexible   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.32   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Flexible Flexible fragments.   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}   
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   

Mohs Hardness
2   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Shigaite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite 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 Shigaite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Shigaite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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