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Enstatite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
Readily soluble in water

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.20-3.252.562
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Good/distinct on [210]
Good on {0001}

Mohs Hardness

5.53-3.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Enstatite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Enstatite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.