Zebra Rock and Serpentine Physical Properties

Zebra Rock and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Zebra Rock and Serpentine 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 Zebra Rock and Serpentine chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Zebra Rock and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zebra Rock and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zebra Rock and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zebra Rock is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.