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Shattuckite and Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Shattuckite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Jasper 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 Jasper 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 Jasper- SiO2

Shattuckite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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