Lizardite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Lizardite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Lizardite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.