Stichtite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Stichtite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Stichtite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.