Mottramite and Stichtite Physical Properties

Mottramite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite 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 Mottramite and Stichtite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)
• Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mottramite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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