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Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.252.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Rutilated Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.65 whereas that of Rutilated Quartz is 2.65.