Afghanite and Jasper Physical Properties

Afghanite

Jasper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.65

2.58-2.91

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {10 1 0}

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

SiO₂

Afghanite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Afghanite 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 Afghanite and Jasper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Afghanite and Jasper Specific Gravity

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