Transvaal Jade and Cymophane Physical Properties

Transvaal Jade and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Cymophane 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 Transvaal Jade and Cymophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Transvaal Jade and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.