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Ekanite and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
2.36
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ekanite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.