Steatite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Steatite

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.20-2.802.00-2.45

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available2-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Steatite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Steatite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.