Carnallite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Carnallite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnallite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Carnallite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnallite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnallite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnallite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.