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Scorodite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Scorodite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Jade chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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