Anhydrite and Stichtite Physical Properties

Anhydrite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anhydrite 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 Anhydrite and Stichtite chemical formula.

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

Anhydrite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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