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Wavellite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Splintery  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Wavellite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Jade chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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