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Padparadscha and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite 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   
3.28-3.38   

Fracture
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Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
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Good on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Padparadscha and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Jadeite chemical formula.

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Padparadscha and Jadeite Specific Gravity

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

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