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Kainite and Crocoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.155.90-6.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-32.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kainite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kainite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.