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Lizardite and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Lizardite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Lizardite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.