Jadeite and Herderite Physical Properties

Jadeite and Herderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Herderite 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 Herderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Jadeite and Herderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jadeite and Herderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jadeite and Herderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jadeite is 2.90-3.02 whereas that of Herderite is 2.90-3.02.