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Edenite and Spinel Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
3.64-3.66
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
MgAl2O4

Edenite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Edenite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.