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Spinel and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.663.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
84-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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