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Montebrasite 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
2.98-3.10
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Montebrasite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) 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

Montebrasite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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