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Elaeolite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
-  
Splintery  

Cleavage
-  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Elaeolite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Jade chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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