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Steatite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.803.28-3.44
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.0-6.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Steatite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.