Nepouite and Jade Physical Properties

Nepouite

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.18-3.242.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

perfect on {001}

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

26-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

Nepouite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Nepouite and Jade Specific Gravity

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