Iolite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Iolite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Enstatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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