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Transvaal Jade and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Transvaal Jade and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Transvaal Jade and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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