Chrysotile and Hbnerite Physical Properties

Chrysotile and Hbnerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysotile and Hbnerite 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 Chrysotile and Hbnerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Hbnerite- MnWO₄

Chrysotile and Hbnerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysotile and Hbnerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysotile and Hbnerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysotile is 7.12-7.18 whereas that of Hbnerite is 7.12-7.18.