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Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite 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
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.