metamorphic
Nephrite Jade
Ca2(Mg, Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 6.0-6.5, green color with dark inclusions, greasy to waxy luster
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Physical properties
Hardness 6.0-6.5, green color with dark inclusions, greasy to waxy luster
Formation & geological history
Forms in metamorphic environments
Uses & applications
Used in jewelry, carvings, and as a collectible
Geological facts
Often found as river-tumbled stones
Field identification & locations
Identify by its toughness and specific gravity; common in regions like New Zealand, Canada, and parts of the US
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