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Adamite and Jasper 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
SiO2

Adamite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Jasper 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 Adamite and Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Adamite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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