Iddingsite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Kurnakovite- Ca3Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Iddingsite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.