Mimetite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Mimetite

Enstatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

7.103.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

[10 1 1] Imperfect

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mimetite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Mimetite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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