Jade and Microcline Physical Properties

Jade and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Jade and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.