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Shattuckite and Powellite 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
4.23
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
{111} Distinct
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
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Powellite 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 Powellite 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 Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shattuckite and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.