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Titanite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Titanite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Jade chemical formula.

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Titanite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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