Stichtite and Rutile Physical Properties

Stichtite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.11-2.204.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Stichtite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Rutile 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 Rutile 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 Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Stichtite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.