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Achroite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Achroite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Jade 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 Achroite and Jade chemical formula.

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Achroite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.

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