Verdite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Verdite

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

2.80-3.03.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

35.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaFeS2•2(H2O)

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

Verdite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite 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 Verdite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Verdite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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