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Edenite and Gaspite Physical Properties


Gaspite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37   
3.21   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
Good on (110)   
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Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2   
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Edenite and Gaspite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Gaspite 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 Gaspite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Gaspite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Gaspite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Gaspite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.21 whereas that of Gaspite is 3.21.

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