Transvaal Jade and Gahnite Physical Properties

Transvaal Jade and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Transvaal Jade and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.