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Shattuckite and Hiddenite 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
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
LiAlSi2O6

Shattuckite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Shattuckite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.