Amazonite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Amazonite

Shattuckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.573.80-4.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

perfect along [010] and [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi₃O₈

Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amazonite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Shattuckite 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 Amazonite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Amazonite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.