Soapstone and Wernerite Physical Properties

Soapstone and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Soapstone- Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Soapstone and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Soapstone and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Soapstone and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Soapstone is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.