Ulexite and Jadeite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
3.28-3.38
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Good on [110]
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ulexite and Jadeite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ulexite and Jadeite 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 Ulexite and Jadeite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ulexite and Jadeite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.