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Hodgkinsonite and Ekanite Physical Properties


Ekanite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.06-4.08   
3.28-3.32   

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

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
{101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Hodgkinsonite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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Hodgkinsonite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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

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