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Blue John and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.253.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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