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Pearl and Shattuckite Physical Properties

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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
2.60-2.85
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pearl and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Shattuckite chemical formula.

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

Pearl and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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