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Enstatite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Not Available

Enstatite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.