Lizardite and Topazolite Physical Properties

Lizardite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Lizardite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.