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Hauyne and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties


Transvaal Jade and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
3.55-3.73   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Hauyne and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Transvaal 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.

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