Trapiche emerald and Steatite Physical Properties

Trapiche emerald and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trapiche emerald and Steatite 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 Trapiche emerald and Steatite chemical formula.

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

Trapiche emerald and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trapiche emerald and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trapiche emerald and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trapiche emerald is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.