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Topaz and Jade 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57
2.90-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Topaz and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Topaz and Jade Specific Gravity

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