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Zircon and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73  
2.90-3.38  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
{110} and {111}  
1 or 2,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4  
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6  

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Zircon and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Jade chemical formula.

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Zircon and Jade Specific Gravity

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

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