Steatite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Steatite

Enstatite

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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

2.20-2.803.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Steatite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Steatite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.