Iddingsite and Carnallite Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Carnallite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Carnallite 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 Iddingsite and Carnallite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Iddingsite and Carnallite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Carnallite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Carnallite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 1.6 whereas that of Carnallite is 1.6.