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Enstatite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Enstatite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Enstatite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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