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Zoisite and Jade Physical Properties

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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
3.20-3.502.90-3.38
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Zoisite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6

Zoisite and Jade Specific Gravity

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