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Soapstone and Sylvite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available1.993
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Soapstone and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone and Sylvite 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 Soapstone and Sylvite chemical formula.

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Soapstone and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Soapstone and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Soapstone and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Soapstone is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.