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Lizardite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.552.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lizardite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lizardite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.