Strontianite and Lizardite Physical Properties

Strontianite

Lizardite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.792.55

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

{001} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Strontianite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Lizardite 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 Strontianite and Lizardite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Strontianite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.