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Kunzite and Ekanite Physical Properties


Ekanite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
3.28-3.32   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
{101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
6-6.5   

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

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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.

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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.

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