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Strontianite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Strontianite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.63-3.79   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Strontianite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Jade chemical formula.

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Strontianite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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