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Binghamite and Lizardite Physical Properties


Lizardite and Binghamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
2.55   

Fracture
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Cleavage
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{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Binghamite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Lizardite 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 Binghamite and Lizardite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Binghamite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Binghamite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Binghamite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.

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