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Piemontite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Piemontite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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

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