Edenite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Good on (110)
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.