Mohawkite and Kornerupine Physical Properties

Mohawkite and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Kornerupine 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 Mohawkite and Kornerupine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As
• Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Mohawkite and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.