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Edenite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Good on (110)  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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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.

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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 whereas that of Langbeinite is .

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