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Ekanite and Annabergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.323.07
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Ekanite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Annabergite 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 Ekanite and Annabergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Ekanite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.