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Edenite and Pectolite Physical Properties


Pectolite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37  
2.74-2.90  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
Good on (110)  
Perfect on {100} and {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Edenite and Pectolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Pectolite 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 Pectolite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Pectolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.

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