Sphene and Ekanite Physical Properties

Sphene

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

Not Available3.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Sphene and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene 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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Sphene and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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