Hessonite and Kainite Physical Properties

Hessonite

Kainite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.55-3.732.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{001}, perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.52.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Hessonite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Kainite chemical formula.

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Hessonite and Kainite Specific Gravity

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