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Edenite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.376.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Edenite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Edenite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.