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Verdite and Transvaal Jade 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
2.80-3.03.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
37-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Verdite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Transvaal 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 Verdite and Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Verdite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.