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Vishnevite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
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Vishnevite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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