Riesling Beryl and Steatite Physical Properties

Riesling Beryl and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riesling Beryl 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 Riesling Beryl and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Riesling Beryl- Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Riesling Beryl and Steatite Specific Gravity

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