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Edenite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
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Edenite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
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Edenite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.