Steatite and Goshenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.20-2.80
  
2.60-2.90
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
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3,1 basal
  
Mohs Hardness
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7.5-8
  
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
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.