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Emerald and Enstatite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Hard
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.783.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect on the [0001]
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Emerald and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald 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 Emerald and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Emerald and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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