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Spinel and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
8  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Spinel and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Jade chemical formula.

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Spinel and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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