Golden Beryl and Lizardite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Lizardite 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 Golden Beryl and Lizardite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Golden Beryl and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.