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Enstatite and Stolzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.252
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.52.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Enstatite and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Stolzite 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 Stolzite 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 Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.