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Paraiba and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Paraiba Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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insoluble in water   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.04-3.13   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
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Fibrous   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
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Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Paraiba and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Chrysotile 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 Paraiba and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Paraiba and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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