Ekanite and Hematite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Hematite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.325.00-5.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ekanite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Ekanite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.