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Steatite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.803.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Steatite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Steatite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.