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Datolite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
None   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Datolite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Jade chemical formula.

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Datolite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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