Goshenite and Steatite Physical Properties

Goshenite

Steatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

2.20-2.80

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

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1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Goshenite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Goshenite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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