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Amber and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
3.55-3.73
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Amber and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Transvaal 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 Amber and Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Amber and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.