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Transvaal Jade
Transvaal Jade

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Transvaal Jade and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.55-3.73
Conchoidal
None
7-7.5
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
Brittle
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4.00-4.65
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal
Perfect on [1011]
5-5.5
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Transvaal Jade and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

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Transvaal Jade and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

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