Why does the color of jadeite dissolve
Jadeite, this beautiful jade, has won the love of countless people with its unique color and texture. However, some people will find that the color of the jadeite seems to "dissolve", why exactly?
To answer this question, we first need to understand the composition of jadeite. Jadeite is mainly composed of jadeite, omphacite, and sodium chrome pyroxene, and the content and proportion of these components determine the color and texture of jadeite. The phenomenon of "melting" is actually related to the internal structure of jadeite.
First of all, the formation of jadeite is a long and complex process. In a high-temperature and high-pressure environment, a variety of minerals blend deep underground to form the jadeite we see. In this process, due to the influence of various factors, such as temperature changes, pressure differences, etc., the mineral composition inside the jadeite will produce tiny cracks and voids. These cracks and voids allow light to be refracted, reflected, and scattered inside the jadeite, resulting in the green or other colors we see.
However, over time and changes in the external environment, these fissures and voids may gradually expand. When they expand to a certain extent, they affect the refraction, reflection, and scattering of light, resulting in a change in the color of the jadeite. This is what we call the phenomenon of "dissolving".
In addition, the mining and processing of jadeite can also have an impact on its color. For example, during mining, if jadeite is subjected to excessive impact or extrusion, it may cause damage to its internal structure, which can affect its color. Similarly, during processing, jadeite can also have an impact on its color if it is cut or polished in an improper way.
To sum up, the reason why the color of jadeite will "dissolve" is mainly due to the change of its internal structure and the influence of the external environment. Therefore, for precious jadeite, we should pay more attention to its care and maintenance to maintain its beautiful color and texture. At the same time, we also need to improve our knowledge and understanding of jadeite in order to better appreciate and identify this beautiful jade.