Biotite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Biotite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Kurnakovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
• Chemical formula of Kurnakovite- Ca3Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Biotite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

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