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Edenite and Lizardite 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
3.05-3.372.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Edenite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Lizardite 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 Lizardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Edenite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.