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Ekanite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Ekanite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite 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 Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.