Hauyne and Jade Physical Properties

Hauyne

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.52.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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

Hauyne and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Hauyne and Jade Specific Gravity

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