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Amethyst and Stichtite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble in common solvents
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.11-2.20
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amethyst and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amethyst and Stichtite 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 Amethyst and Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amethyst and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amethyst and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amethyst and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amethyst is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.

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