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Scorodite and Steatite Physical Properties


Steatite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.20-2.80   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
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Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
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Chemical Composition
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Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Scorodite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Steatite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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

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