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Steatite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
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2.20-2.80
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Perfect
-9999
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
 
Brittle
Slowly dissolves in water
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-9999
Conchoidal
None
3.5-4
K2Mg2(SO4)3

Steatite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Steatite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite Vs Langbeinite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is whereas that of Langbeinite is .