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Hiddenite and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.213.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hiddenite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hiddenite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

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