Steatite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Steatite

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.20-2.802.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Steatite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Steatite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.