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Willemite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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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
3.89-4.18
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite 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 Willemite and Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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