Enstatite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
3.69-3.81
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4
Enstatite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula
While comparing Enstatite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
Enstatite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.