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Ekanite and Zincite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.325.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.54
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ekanite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ekanite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.