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Shattuckite and Periclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
3.7-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Periclase 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 Periclase 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 Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.