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Catapleiite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

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
2.723.80-4.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-63.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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