Enstatite and Halite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Water-soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
2.17
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
Mohs Hardness
5.5
2.0-2.5
Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaCl
Enstatite and Halite Chemical Formula
While comparing Enstatite and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
Enstatite and Halite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.