Stichtite and Agate Physical Properties

Stichtite

Agate

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.11-2.202.60-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiO₂

Stichtite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Agate 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 Stichtite and Agate chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Agate- SiO₂

Compare Gems Found In Australia

Stichtite Vs Variscite

Stichtite Vs Turquoise

Stichtite Vs Titanite Sphene

Stichtite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.