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Ettringite and Esperite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.774.28-4.42
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ettringite and Esperite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Esperite 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 Ettringite and Esperite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ettringite and Esperite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.