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Aragonite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.963.80-4.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-43.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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