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Ekanite and Emerald Physical Properties

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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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Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
2.67-2.78
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Ekanite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Ekanite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.