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Transvaal Jade
Transvaal Jade

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Transvaal Jade and Spinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.55-3.733.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.58
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
MgAl2O4

Transvaal Jade and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Transvaal Jade and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.