Microlite and Carnallite Physical Properties

Microlite and Carnallite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Carnallite 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 Microlite and Carnallite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Microlite and Carnallite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Carnallite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Carnallite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 1.6 whereas that of Carnallite is 1.6.