Vivianite and Steatite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Vivianite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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