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Kainite
Kainite

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Kainite and Chabazite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

Soluble
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.152.08-2.16
1 7.18
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Fracture

Splintery, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven

Cleavage

{001}, perfect
distinct/good on {1011}

Mohs Hardness

2.5-34.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

KMg(SO4)Cl
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kainite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Chabazite 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 Kainite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kainite- KMg(SO4)Cl
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kainite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.