Jasper
Jasper is a gemstone with the chemical formula SiO2. It has a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7 and waxy to dull luster.
Jasper properties
| Type | Gemstone |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | SiO2 |
| Mohs hardness | 6.5-7 |
| Luster | Waxy to dull |
| Typical colors | Red, brown, yellow, green, and more |
| Formation | Formed through the deposition of silica in sedimentary environments. |
| Rarity | 4 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 6.5–7 — hard
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