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Edenite and Augelite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
2.70-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Augelite 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 Edenite and Augelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.