Enstatite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Enstatite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.20-3.25Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Good/distinct on [210]

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.