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Meionite and Edenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.783.05-3.37
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
Good on (110)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Meionite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Edenite 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 Meionite and Edenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Meionite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.