Wax Opal and Enstatite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50
3.20-3.25
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Not Available
Good/distinct on [210]
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
5.5
Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wax Opal and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wax Opal 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 Wax Opal and Enstatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Wax Opal and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wax Opal and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wax Opal and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wax Opal is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.