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Wavellite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.53-3.65  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Splintery  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
4-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al2SiO5  

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Wavellite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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