Bastnsite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Bastnsite

Ekanite

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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

4.78-5.203.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-4.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Bastnsite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite 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 Bastnsite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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

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Bastnsite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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