Thulite and Jade Physical Properties

Thulite

Jade

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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

3.1

2.90-3.38

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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

Thulite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Thulite and Jade Specific Gravity

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