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Ca2.Mgx.Si8O22(OH). Please find value of x.Please explain.This if formula for silicate mineral also called tremolite.

Ca2.Mgx.Si8O22(OH). Please find value of x.Please explain.This if formula for silicate mineral also called tremolite.

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Arun
25750 Points
6 years ago
Dear Meeta 
 
Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2
 
All minerals formula.are almost of same form.
Mg,Fe varies from 5 to7.
 
Regards
Arun (askIITians forum expert)

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