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Londonite and Shattuckite Physical Properties


Shattuckite and Londonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.34   
3.80-4.15   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
perfect along [010] and [100]   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Londonite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Londonite 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 Londonite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Londonite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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

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