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Kunzite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
-  
Splintery  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Kunzite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Jade 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 Kunzite and Jade chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.

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