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Steatite and Zincite Physical Properties

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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
2.20-2.805.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Steatite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Steatite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Steatite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Steatite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Steatite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.