Sugilite and Stolzite Physical Properties

Sugilite and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite and Stolzite 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 Sugilite and Stolzite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Stolzite- PbWO4

Sugilite and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sugilite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sugilite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sugilite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.