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Ekanite and Forsterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
3.23-3.26
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ekanite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Forsterite 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 Forsterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ekanite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.