Periclase and Stichtite Physical Properties

Periclase

Stichtite

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.11-2.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Periclase and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Stichtite chemical formula.

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

Compare Gems Found In Australia

Periclase Vs Scheelite

Periclase Vs Rinkite Ce

Periclase Vs Sapphire

Periclase and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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