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Montebrasite and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10   
3.28-3.38   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   
Good on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Montebrasite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Jadeite 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 Montebrasite and Jadeite chemical formula.

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Montebrasite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.

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