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Shattuckite and Chromite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
None, parting may develop along {111}
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
Fe++Cr2O4

Shattuckite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Chromite 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 Chromite 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 Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Shattuckite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.