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Steatite and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Steatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.20-2.80   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
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5-6   

Chemical Composition
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Steatite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

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Steatite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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