Plasma and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Plasma and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plasma 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 Plasma and Shattuckite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Plasma- Cu9(AsO4)2(OH)10
• Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Plasma and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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