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Edenite and Sapphire Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-69
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Al 2 O 3

Edenite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Edenite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.