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Stichtite and Sylvite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.11-2.201.993
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5
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
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Stichtite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite 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 Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.