Quartz Smoky and Jade Physical Properties

Quartz Smoky

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Quartz Smoky and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky 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 Quartz Smoky and Jade chemical formula.

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

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Quartz Smoky and Jade Specific Gravity

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