Scorodite and Edenite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Edenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.05-3.37

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

Good on (110)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Scorodite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Edenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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Scorodite and Edenite Specific Gravity

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