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Ammonite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Ammonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.20-3.25   

Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Good/distinct on [210]   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Ammonite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammonite 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 Ammonite and Enstatite chemical formula.

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Ammonite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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

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