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Chrysotile and Shungite Physical Properties


Shungite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
insoluble in water   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.51-2.63   
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Fracture
Fibrous   
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5   
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Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
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Optical Properties >>
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Chrysotile and Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysotile and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

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Chrysotile and Shungite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysotile and Shungite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysotile and Shungite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysotile is Not Available whereas that of Shungite is Not Available.

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