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Richterite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.5-4.5   

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

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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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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.

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