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Transvaal Jade
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Transvaal Jade and Prase Physical Properties

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
3.55-3.732.64-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Transvaal Jade and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

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

Transvaal Jade and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.