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Londonite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Londonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.34   
3.20-3.25   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
Good/distinct on [210]   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Londonite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Londonite 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 Londonite and Enstatite chemical formula.

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Londonite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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

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