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Ekanite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Ekanite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Ekanite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.