Lizardite and Heliodor Physical Properties

Lizardite and Heliodor Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Heliodor 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 Heliodor chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Heliodor- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Lizardite and Heliodor Specific Gravity

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