Kainite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Kainite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

Kainite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.