Steatite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Steatite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Chalcopyrite 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 Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Steatite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.