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Enstatite and Jade Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
2.90-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Enstatite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Enstatite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.