Wulfenite and Kornerupine Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
3.25-3.45
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Good on {110}
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Wulfenite and Kornerupine Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite and Kornerupine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Wulfenite and Kornerupine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.