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Richterite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5
2.51-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Richterite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Richterite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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