Clinozoisite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Clinozoisite

Ekanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.21-3.38

3.28-3.32

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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

Clinozoisite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Clinozoisite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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