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Stichtite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.11-2.203.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available9
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2 O 3

Stichtite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire 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 Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Stichtite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.