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Edenite and Lazulite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.04-3.17
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Edenite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Edenite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.