Jade and Scapolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.38
2.58-2.74
Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Cleavage
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Jade and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Jade and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
- Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Jade and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.