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Hexagonite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.032.51-2.63
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-62.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hexagonite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hexagonite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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