Ekanite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Schorlomite

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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

3.28-3.323.77-3.93

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Ekanite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.