Schorlomite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

Enstatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.77-3.933.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Schorlomite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael 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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Schorlomite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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