Steatite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Steatite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Steatite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.