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Geodes and Shattuckite Physical Properties


Shattuckite and Geodes Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.80-4.15   

Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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perfect along [010] and [100]   

Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
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Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Geodes and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Geodes 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 Geodes and Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Geodes and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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

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