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Jasper and Enstatite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.913.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-75.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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