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Shattuckite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Not Available

Shattuckite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shattuckite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.