Ekanite and Helenite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Helenite

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.32Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Ekanite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.

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

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Ekanite and Helenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Helenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Helenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is Not Available whereas that of Helenite is Not Available.