Nephrite and Blue spinel Physical Properties

Nephrite and Blue spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Nephrite and Blue spinel 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 Nephrite and Blue spinel chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Nephrite and Blue spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nephrite and Blue spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nephrite and Blue spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nephrite is Not Available whereas that of Blue spinel is Not Available.