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Tinzenite and Lizardite Physical Properties

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
3.355-3.4332.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Tinzenite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Lizardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Tinzenite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

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