Jasper and Nepouite Physical Properties

Jasper

Nepouite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.913.18-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-72

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Jasper and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Jasper and Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.