Vesuvianite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite and Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Vesuvianite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

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