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Enstatite and Zultanite Physical Properties


Zultanite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.25   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Enstatite and Zultanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Enstatite and Zultanite 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 Zultanite chemical formula.

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Enstatite and Zultanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Enstatite and Zultanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Enstatite and Zultanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Enstatite is Not Available whereas that of Zultanite is Not Available.

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