Sardonyx and Ekanite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Ekanite

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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

2.55-2.703.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Sardonyx and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Sardonyx and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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