Chrysanthemum Stone and Steatite Physical Properties

Chrysanthemum Stone and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysanthemum Stone 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 Chrysanthemum Stone and Steatite chemical formula.

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

Chrysanthemum Stone and Steatite Specific Gravity

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