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Childrenite and Kainite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.06-3.25
2.15
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Childrenite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Childrenite and Kainite Specific Gravity

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