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Xonotlite and Steatite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.71-2.72
Fibrous
{???} Good
6-6.5
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
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2.20-2.80
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Perfect
-9999
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Xonotlite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Steatite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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