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Shattuckite and Diamond Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
3.50-3.53
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
C

Shattuckite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Diamond 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 Diamond 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 Diamond- C

Shattuckite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.

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