Amethyst and Ekanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble in common solvents
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
3.28-3.32
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
Indiscernible
{101} Distinct
Chemical Composition
SiO2
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Amethyst and Ekanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amethyst and Ekanite 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 Amethyst and Ekanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Amethyst and Ekanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amethyst and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amethyst and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amethyst is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.