Shattuckite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
  
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Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
  
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
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Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
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Shattuckite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Shattuckite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shattuckite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.