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Hiddenite and Ekanite Physical Properties

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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
3.15-3.213.28-3.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hiddenite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Ekanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hiddenite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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