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Edenite and Enstatite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Edenite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Edenite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.