Jasper and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Jasper

Shattuckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.913.80-4.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

perfect along [010] and [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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

Jasper and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Shattuckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Jasper and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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