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Ekanite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
1.847-1.852
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Poor to indistinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Ekanite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.