Home
Gemstones


Jade and Chambersite Physical Properties


Chambersite and Jade Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.38  
3.50  

Fracture
Splintery  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7  

Chemical Composition
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Jade and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Chambersite 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 Jade and Chambersite chemical formula.

Compare Semi Precious Gemstones

Jade and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.

Semi Precious Gemstones

Semi Precious Gemstones


Compare Semi Precious Gemstones