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Chlorite group and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite and Chlorite group Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3   
3.28-3.38   

Fracture
Lamellar   
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
Perfect 001   
Good on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Chlorite group and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group and Jadeite 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 Chlorite group and Jadeite chemical formula.

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Chlorite group and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorite group and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorite group and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorite group is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.

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