Chlorite group and Edenite Physical Properties

Chlorite group and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Edenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Chlorite group and Edenite Specific Gravity

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