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Aragonite and Jade Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.90-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Aragonite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Aragonite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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