Carnallite and Agrellite Physical Properties

Carnallite and Agrellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnallite and Agrellite 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 Carnallite and Agrellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F

Carnallite and Agrellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnallite and Agrellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnallite and Agrellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnallite is 2.88 whereas that of Agrellite is 2.88.