Kunzite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Kunzite

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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

3.15-3.21

3.28-3.32

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

6-7

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiAlSi₂O₆

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

Kunzite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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

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Kunzite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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