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Rhodizite and Stichtite Physical Properties

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
3.34-3.44
2.11-2.20
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodizite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite and Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael 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

Rhodizite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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