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Microcline and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Microcline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Microcline and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Jade chemical formula.

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Microcline and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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