Steatite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Steatite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Steatite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.