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Padparadscha and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Padparadscha Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
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Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
Not Available   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Padparadscha and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Jade chemical formula.

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Padparadscha and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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