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Goldstone and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Goldstone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80   
3.20-3.25   

Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
Good/distinct on [210]   

Mohs Hardness
6   
5.5   

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

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Goldstone and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone and Enstatite 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 Goldstone and Enstatite chemical formula.

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Goldstone and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goldstone and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goldstone and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goldstone is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.

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