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Serpentine subgroup

Gemstone
Serpentine subgroup are greenish, brownish, or spotted minerals commonly found in serpentinite. They are used as a source of magnesium and asbestos, and as decorative stone. The name comes from the greenish color and smooth or scaly appearance... Wikipedia
Hardness (Mohs hardness scale): 3 – 6
Colors: Green, Black, White, and more
Chemical formula: (Mg,Fe,Ni,Al,Zn,Mn)₂₋₃ (Si,Al,Fe)₂O₅(OH)₄
Luster: Greasy and Waxy
Birefringence: 0.005–0.012
Category: Phyllosilicates
Cleavage: Almost perfect