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Shattuckite and Variscite 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
2.42-2.58
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
perfect along [010] and [100]
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Shattuckite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite and Variscite 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 Variscite 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 Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Shattuckite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shattuckite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shattuckite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shattuckite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.