Cymophane and Steatite Physical Properties

Cymophane and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Cymophane and Steatite Specific Gravity

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