Sphalerite and Steatite Physical Properties

Sphalerite

Steatite

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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

3.95-4.10

2.20-2.80

1.5 Fracture

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

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1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Sphalerite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Sphalerite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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