Poudretteite and Jet Physical Properties

Poudretteite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Poudretteite and Jet 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 Poudretteite and Jet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Jet- C

Poudretteite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Poudretteite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Poudretteite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Poudretteite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.