Edenite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Edenite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.37Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Good on (110)

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Not Available

Edenite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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Edenite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.