Steatite and Richterite 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
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  
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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.
- Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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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.