Elbaite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Elbaite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite 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 Elbaite and Enstatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Elbaite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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