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Steatite and Vishnevite 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
2.20-2.80
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1.5 Fracture
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Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Steatite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.