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Edenite and Elbaite 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
2.90-3.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Edenite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Edenite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.