Stichtite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Stichtite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Stichtite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.