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Aquamarine and Ekanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.66-2.803.28-3.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Aquamarine and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine and Ekanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aquamarine- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Aquamarine and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aquamarine and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aquamarine and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aquamarine is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.