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Stichtite and Cat s Eye 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
2.11-2.203.5-3.8
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
1,1 ; 3,2
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4

Stichtite and Cat s Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Cat s Eye 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 Cat s Eye chemical formula.

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

Stichtite and Cat s Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Cat s Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Cat s Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 3.5-3.8 whereas that of Cat s Eye is 3.5-3.8.