Kyanite: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system

The properties that identify Kyanite: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.

Kyanite: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
MineralMohs hardnessLusterStreakCrystal system
Kyanite4.5–5 parallel to one axis, 6.5–7 perpendicular to that axisVitreous to whiteWhiteTriclinic

Common questions

How hard is Kyanite on the Mohs scale?
4.5–5 parallel to one axis, 6.5–7 perpendicular to that axis.
What luster does Kyanite have?
Vitreous to white.
What colour is the streak of Kyanite?
White.
What crystal system does Kyanite have?
Triclinic.

Sources

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