Chrysoprase and Steatite Physical Properties

Chrysoprase and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrysoprase and Steatite Specific Gravity

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