Pleonast and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Pleonast and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pleonast 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 Pleonast 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

Pleonast and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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