Pearl and Stichtite Physical Properties

Pearl

Stichtite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.852.11-2.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

none

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pearl and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Stichtite chemical formula.

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

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Pearl and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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