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Esperite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
2.51-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Esperite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Chrysotile 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 Esperite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Esperite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.