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Edenite and Moroxite 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
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.13-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Edenite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Edenite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.