Jadeite and Ammolite Physical Properties

Jadeite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Ammolite 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 Jadeite and Ammolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Jadeite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jadeite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jadeite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jadeite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.