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Ekanite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Topazolite and Ekanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32   
3.70-4.10   

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

Cleavage
{101} Distinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Ekanite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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Ekanite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.

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