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Zinnwaldite and Steatite Physical Properties


Steatite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
2.20-2.80   

Fracture
Uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
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Chemical Composition
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Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Zinnwaldite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Steatite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Steatite Specific Gravity

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

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