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Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx 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
3.55-3.73
2.55-2.70
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.