Shattuckite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Shattuckite

Sphalerite

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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

3.80-4.153.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

perfect along [010] and [100]

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Shattuckite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Shattuckite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.