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Edenite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
2.78
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
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Edenite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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

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