Halite and Enstatite Physical Properties
Solubility
Water-soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.17
3.20-3.25
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
Good/distinct on [210]
Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5
5.5
Chemical Composition
NaCl
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Halite and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Halite 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 Halite and Enstatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Halite and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.