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Danburite and Edenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.033.05-3.37
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
Good on (110)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
75-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Danburite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Edenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Danburite and Edenite Specific Gravity

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