Bayldonite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Bayldonite

Ekanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.503.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

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

Bayldonite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Bayldonite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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