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Enstatite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite Specific Gravity

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