Lamprophyre and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Lamprophyre and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Lamprophyre 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 Lamprophyre and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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

Lamprophyre and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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