Papagoite and Antigorite Physical Properties

Papagoite and Antigorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Antigorite 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 Papagoite and Antigorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Antigorite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Papagoite and Antigorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Antigorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Antigorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Antigorite is 2.58-2.80.