What is another word for cyanite?
Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪɐnˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Cyanite is a blue mineral that is commonly found in metamorphic rocks. It is also known as kyanite, andalusite, or disthene. These names are used interchangeably because the minerals have similar characteristics such as color, hardness, and crystal structure. They are all aluminum silicates, but their chemical compositions differ slightly. Andalusite has more iron in its composition, while kyanite has more aluminum content. Disthene refers to a variety of kyanite that has a triclinic crystal structure. Despite their differences, these minerals are often used interchangeably in various applications such as ceramics, refractories, and jewelry.
