Rosinca and Steatite Physical Properties

Rosinca and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rosinca 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 Rosinca and Steatite chemical formula.

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

Rosinca and Steatite Specific Gravity

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