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Edenite and Violane Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.22-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Edenite and Violane Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Violane 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 Violane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Edenite and Violane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Violane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Violane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Violane is 3.22-3.40.