Schorl and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Schorl

Shattuckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.18-3.223.80-4.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{1011} Indistinct

perfect along [010] and [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Schorl and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Shattuckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Schorl and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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