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Amber and Enstatite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Enstatite 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 Amber and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.