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Jadeite and Idocrase Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.28-3.38-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Splintery, Fibrous
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Cleavage

Good on [110]
Indiscernible

Mohs Hardness

6.5-7-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2

Jadeite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2

Jadeite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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