Ekanite and Hyalite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Hyalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.32Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Ekanite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.

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

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Ekanite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

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