Vishnevite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Ekanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Vishnevite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite 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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Vishnevite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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