Jadeite and Sunstone Physical Properties

Jadeite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Jadeite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jadeite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jadeite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jadeite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.