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Microcline 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
2.55-2.63
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microcline and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microcline and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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