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Anglesite and Kainite Physical Properties


Kainite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
2.15  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Splintery, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
{001}, perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
2.5-3  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
KMg(SO4)Cl  

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Anglesite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Kainite 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 Anglesite and Kainite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.

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