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Annabergite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.07
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Annabergite 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 Annabergite and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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