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Musgravite 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
3.62-3.68
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Musgravite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Musgravite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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