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Enstatite and Papagoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.253.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Enstatite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Enstatite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.