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Plumbogummite and Steatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.014
2.20-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Plumbogummite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite and Steatite chemical formula.

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

Plumbogummite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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