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Beudantite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Beudantite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.48  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
-  
Splintery  

Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Beudantite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Jade chemical formula.

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Beudantite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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