Jasper and Uvite Physical Properties

Jasper and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Jasper and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.