Steatite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Steatite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.20-2.802.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Steatite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Steatite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.