Anorthite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Anorthite

Enstatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.773.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Anorthite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Anorthite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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