Celestine and Jade Physical Properties

Celestine and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Jade chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

Celestine and Jade Specific Gravity

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