Rock Crystal and Soapstone Physical Properties

Rock Crystal and Soapstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal and Soapstone 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 Rock Crystal and Soapstone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Rock Crystal and Soapstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rock Crystal and Soapstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rock Crystal and Soapstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rock Crystal is Not Available whereas that of Soapstone is Not Available.