Edenite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Edenite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.373.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Good on (110)

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Edenite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Edenite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.