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Scorzalite and Steatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.20-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Steatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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