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Enstatite and Ammolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.252.75-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Granular
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
no true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.54
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Ammolite 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 Enstatite and Ammolite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.