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Shattuckite and Bowenite 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
3.80-4.15
2.58-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shattuckite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Bowenite 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 Shattuckite and Bowenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shattuckite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.