Enstatite and Jet Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
  
1.19-1.35
  
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
  
Not Available
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5
  
2.5-4
  
Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
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Enstatite and Jet Chemical Formula
While comparing Enstatite and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Jet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.