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Ekanite and Lazulite Physical Properties


Lazulite and Ekanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32   
3.04-3.17   

Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
{101} Distinct   
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references   

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Ekanite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

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Ekanite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.

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