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Star diopside 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
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Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Star diopside and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside 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 Star diopside and Steatite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Star diopside and Steatite Specific Gravity

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