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Ekanite and Serpentine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
2.44-2.62
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2.5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ekanite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ekanite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.