Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste Physical Properties

Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste 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 Pleonaste chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Pleonaste- (Mg,Fe)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Pleonaste Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 3.80 whereas that of Pleonaste is 3.80.