Riebeckite and Steatite Physical Properties

Riebeckite

Steatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.442.20-2.80

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.0-6.0Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Riebeckite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Steatite chemical formula.

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

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Riebeckite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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