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Druzy and Nephrite Physical Properties


Nephrite and Druzy Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.90-3.10  

Fracture
-  
Splintery, Granular  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Au  
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  

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Druzy and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

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Druzy and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.

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