Hessonite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Hessonite

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

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.55-3.733.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Hessonite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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

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Hessonite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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