Stichtite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Stichtite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Feldspar 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 Feldspar 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
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Stichtite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.