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Edenite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Good on (110)  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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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.

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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.

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