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Steatite and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.80
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Steatite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Andesine 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 Steatite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Steatite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.