Fayalite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Fayalite

Ekanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

4.3923.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} moderate, {100} imperfect

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Fayalite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite and Ekanite 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 Fayalite and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Fayalite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fayalite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fayalite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fayalite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.