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Zinnwaldite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Uneven   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Zinnwaldite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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