Ekanite and Nephrite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Nephrite

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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

3.28-3.322.90-3.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ekanite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Ekanite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.