Sussexite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Sussexite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite 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 Sussexite and Ekanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Sussexite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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