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Hiddenite and Stichtite Physical Properties


Stichtite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
2.11-2.20   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Hiddenite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Stichtite chemical formula.

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Hiddenite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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

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