Ametrine and Steatite Physical Properties

Ametrine and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Steatite 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 Ametrine and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Ametrine and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.