Jasper and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Jasper

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.912.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Jasper and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Hexagonite 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 Jasper and Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Jasper and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.