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Enstatite and Realgar Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.253.56
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
(e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
{010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Enstatite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

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

Enstatite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.