Lizardite and Marble Physical Properties

Lizardite and Marble Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Marble 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 Marble chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Marble- CaCO3

Lizardite and Marble Specific Gravity

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