Enstatite and Richterite Physical Properties

Enstatite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Enstatite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.