Ekanite and Siderite Physical Properties

Ekanite

Siderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.323.83-3.89

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

Perfect on {01 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Ekanite and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.