Jadeite and Hollandite Physical Properties

Jadeite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Jadeite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jadeite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jadeite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jadeite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.