Bikolite and Edenite Physical Properties

Bikolite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bikolite and Edenite 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 Bikolite and Edenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bikolite- -
• Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Bikolite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bikolite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bikolite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bikolite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.