Almandine and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Almandine and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Almandine and Kurnakovite 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 Almandine and Kurnakovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Almandine- Fe 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Kurnakovite- Ca3Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Almandine and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.