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Ekanite and Cuprite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
5.85-6.15
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.