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Hambergite and Jade Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
2.90-3.38
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Hambergite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite 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 Hambergite and Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Hambergite and Jade Specific Gravity

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