Shattuckite and Romanchite Physical Properties

Shattuckite and Romanchite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Romanchite 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 Romanchite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shattuckite and Romanchite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Romanchite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Romanchite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 4.70-4.74 whereas that of Romanchite is 4.70-4.74.