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Wood Opal and Ekanite Physical Properties


Ekanite and Wood Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
3.28-3.32   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{101} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Wood Opal and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wood Opal 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 Wood Opal and Ekanite chemical formula.

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Wood Opal and Ekanite Specific Gravity

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

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