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Goethite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Goethite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite 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 Goethite and Jade chemical formula.

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Goethite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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