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Papagoite 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
3.25
3.28-3.32
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Papagoite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Ekanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Papagoite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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