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Enstatite and Rosasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite 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 Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.

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