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Shortite and Kainite Physical Properties


Kainite and Shortite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.61   
2.15   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
{001}, perfect   

Mohs Hardness
3   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Shortite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite 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 Shortite and Kainite chemical formula.

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Shortite and Kainite Specific Gravity

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

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