Jade Nephrite Gemstone

By:   Olivia Luz

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Nephrite a silicate of calcium and magnesium in the amphibole group of minerals or jadeite a silicate of sodium and aluminium in the pyroxene group of minerals. Jade is a sacred gemstone in chinese culture however due to the large amount of nephrite deposits in. It is considered to be very tough because of its lack of cleavage and dense composition although it can be scratched rather easily.