Simpsonite and Ekanite 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
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
None
{101} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Simpsonite and Ekanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Ekanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Simpsonite and Ekanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.