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Hessonite Garnet and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.20-3.25   

Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Good/distinct on [210]   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5   

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

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Hessonite Garnet and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet and Enstatite chemical formula.

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Hessonite Garnet and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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

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