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Triplite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Triplite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Jade 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 Triplite and Jade chemical formula.

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Triplite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.

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