Edenite and Nickeline Physical Properties

Edenite

Nickeline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.37Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Good on (110)

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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Edenite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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Edenite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.