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Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.80-4.15
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
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
MnCO3

Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.

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