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Enstatite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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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.

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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 whereas that of Langbeinite is .

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