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Humite and Lizardite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.322.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 7(SiO 4) 3(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Humite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Humite 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 Humite and Lizardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Humite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 7(SiO 4) 3(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Humite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

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