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Paraiba and Edenite Physical Properties


Edenite and Paraiba Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.04-3.13   
3.05-3.37   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Good on (110)   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2   

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Paraiba and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Edenite chemical formula.

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Paraiba and Edenite Specific Gravity

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

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