Lizardite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Lizardite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite 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 Lizardite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Lizardite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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