Edenite and Jade Physical Properties

Edenite

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.372.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Good on (110)

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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

Edenite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite 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 Edenite and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Edenite and Jade Specific Gravity

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