Druzy and Jade Physical Properties

Druzy

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-36-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

Druzy and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy 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 Druzy and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Druzy and Jade Specific Gravity

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