Microcline and Steatite Physical Properties

Microcline and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Microcline and Steatite Specific Gravity

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