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Moss Opal and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
3.28-3.38  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Splintery, Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
Good on [110]  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Moss Opal and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Opal 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 Moss Opal and Jadeite chemical formula.

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Moss Opal and Jadeite Specific Gravity

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

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