Gaylussite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Gaylussite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Gaylussite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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