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Edenite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37   
1.993   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Good on (110)   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2   
Not Available   

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Edenite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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