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Enstatite and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25  
2.97-3.14  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]  
{1011} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Enstatite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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Enstatite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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