Sunstone and Jasper Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.62-2.652.58-2.91

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001)

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

001

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

66.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

SiO₂

Sunstone and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone and Jasper 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 Sunstone and Jasper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈
Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Sunstone and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sunstone and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sunstone and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sunstone is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.