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Enstatite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.253.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.54-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.