Calcite and Steatite Physical Properties

Calcite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite 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 Calcite and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Calcite- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Calcite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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