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Scorzalite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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