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Opal Ethiopia and Ekanite Physical Properties


Ekanite and Opal Ethiopia Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.28-3.32   

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

Cleavage
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{101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   

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

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Opal Ethiopia and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Ethiopia 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 Opal Ethiopia and Ekanite chemical formula.

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Opal Ethiopia and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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

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