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Thaumasite and Jasper Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.91
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 2(CO 3) 2(SO 4) 2(OH) 12 · 24H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiO2

Thaumasite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Thaumasite 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 Thaumasite and Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thaumasite- Ca 6Si 2(CO 3) 2(SO 4) 2(OH) 12 · 24H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Thaumasite and Jasper Specific Gravity

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