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Star Sapphire and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.053.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star Sapphire and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Sapphire 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 Star Sapphire and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star Sapphire and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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