Enstatite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Enstatite

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.20-3.253.17-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Good/distinct on [210]

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.59-9.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Enstatite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Enstatite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.