Jade and Gahnite Physical Properties

Jade and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jade and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.