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Enstatite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25  
3.20-3.26  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]  
{010} perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
6-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Enstatite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Enstatite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.

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