Lizardite and Ammolite Physical Properties

Lizardite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Ammolite 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 Lizardite and Ammolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Ammolite- CaCO3

Lizardite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.