Shattuckite and Hambergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
2.33-2.37
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Shattuckite and Hambergite Chemical Formula
While comparing Shattuckite and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Shattuckite and Hambergite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.