Kainite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Kainite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Kurnakovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kainite- KMg(SO4)Cl
• Chemical formula of Kurnakovite- Ca3Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Kainite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

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