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Amazonite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Amazonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.57  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
KAlSi3O8  
SiO2  

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Amazonite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite 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 Amazonite and Jasper chemical formula.

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Amazonite and Jasper Specific Gravity

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

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