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Phosgenite

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Phosgenite and Kainite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Sectile
Brittle

Solubility

Soluble
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.132.15
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Splintery, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
{001}, perfect

Mohs Hardness

2-32.5-3
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KMg(SO4)Cl

Phosgenite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Kainite 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 Phosgenite and Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Kainite- KMg(SO4)Cl

Phosgenite and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.