Carnallite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Carnallite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnallite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Carnallite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnallite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnallite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnallite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.