Realgar and Enstatite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.56
3.20-3.25
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{010} Good
Good/distinct on [210]
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5.5
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Realgar and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar 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 Realgar and Enstatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Realgar and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.