Phosphosiderite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite

Ekanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.74-2.763.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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

Phosphosiderite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Phosphosiderite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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