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Kainite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Kainite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Kainite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.