Andesine and Enstatite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
3.20-3.25
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Good/distinct on [210]
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andesine and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andesine 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 Andesine and Enstatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andesine and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.