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Corundum and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Corundum and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum 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 Corundum and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Corundum and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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