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Zoisite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50   
3.53-3.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
4-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Not Available   

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Zoisite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Kyanite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

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

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