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Simpsonite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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
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3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Simpsonite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Simpsonite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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