Zircon and Stichtite Physical Properties

Zircon and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Stichtite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
• Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zircon and Stichtite Specific Gravity

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