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Lizardite and Transvaal Jade 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
2.553.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Lizardite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Lizardite and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

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

Lizardite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lizardite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lizardite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lizardite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.