Vivianite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Vivianite

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

2.64-2.703.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Vivianite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Vivianite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

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