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Crocoite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crocoite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crocoite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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