Vishnevite and Stichtite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Stichtite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.11-2.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Vishnevite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Stichtite 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 Vishnevite and Stichtite chemical formula.

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

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Vishnevite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.