Richterite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Richterite

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

3.0-3.53.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Richterite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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

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Richterite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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