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Tinzenite and Ekanite Physical Properties


Ekanite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433   
3.28-3.32   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good   
{101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Tinzenite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Ekanite chemical formula.

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Tinzenite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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

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