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Riebeckite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Enstatite chemical formula.

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

Riebeckite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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