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Marialite and Lizardite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50
2.55
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Marialite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Lizardite 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 Marialite and Lizardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Marialite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.