Jasper and Piemontite Physical Properties

Jasper

Piemontite

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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

2.58-2.91Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

Not Available

Jasper and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Jasper and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.