Sphalerite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Sphalerite

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

3.95-4.103.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Sphalerite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Sphalerite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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