Kainite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Kainite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kainite- KMg(SO4)Cl
• Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kainite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kainite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kainite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kainite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.