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Edenite and Carnelian Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.372.58-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-66.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
SiO2

Edenite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2

Edenite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.