Jet and Elbaite Physical Properties

Jet and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet and Elbaite 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 Jet and Elbaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jet- C
• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Jet and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jet and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jet and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jet is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.