Kainite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Kainite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Kainite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.