Pearl and Steatite Physical Properties

Pearl

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

2.60-2.852.20-2.80

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

none

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Pearl and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Steatite chemical formula.

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

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Pearl and Steatite Specific Gravity

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