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Edenite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.09
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
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Edenite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
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Edenite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.