Stichtite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.11-2.20
4.20-4.30
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
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)
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.