Simpsonite and Jade Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Simpsonite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Simpsonite and Jade Specific Gravity

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