Meionite and Nephrite Physical Properties

Meionite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Nephrite 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 Meionite and Nephrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Meionite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

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