Eosphorite and Steatite Physical Properties

Eosphorite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Eosphorite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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