Edenite and Brucite Physical Properties

Edenite

Brucite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Sectile

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.372.39

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

Irregular

1.6 Cleavage

Good on (110)

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-62.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Edenite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.