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Shattuckite and Tavorite 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
3.32
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
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
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shattuckite and Tavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Tavorite 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 Tavorite 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 Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shattuckite and Tavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Tavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Tavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 3.32 whereas that of Tavorite is 3.32.