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Shattuckite and Brucite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
2.39
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Brucite 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 Brucite 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 Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.