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Ekanite and Hollandite 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
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Ekanite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Ekanite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.