Gaspite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Gaspite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspite 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 Gaspite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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

Gaspite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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