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Steatite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.80
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1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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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.

  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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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 and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.