Zinnwaldite and Jadeite Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite

Jadeite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Elastic

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.9-3.13.28-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}

Good on [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.06.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Zinnwaldite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Jadeite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Zinnwaldite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.