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Verdelite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Verdelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Verdelite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite 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 Verdelite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Verdelite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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

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