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Sylvite and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
3.28-3.38   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
Good on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Sylvite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite and Jadeite 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 Sylvite and Jadeite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sylvite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sylvite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sylvite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.

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