Imperial Topaz and Jade Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.572.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Imperial Topaz and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz 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 Imperial Topaz and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Imperial Topaz and Jade Specific Gravity

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