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Mimetite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mimetite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mimetite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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