Jade and Moldavite Physical Properties

Jade and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Jade and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.