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Jade and Leucophanite Physical Properties

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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
2.90-3.38Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
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Jade and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
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Jade and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.