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Andradite and Jade 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
3.70-4.10
2.90-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
none
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Andradite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite 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 Andradite and Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Andradite and Jade Specific Gravity

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