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Shigaite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Chambersite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Moderately flexible  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.32  
3.50  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2  
7  

Chemical Composition
Pb6Cu3BiS4  
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Shigaite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite and Chambersite 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 Shigaite and Chambersite chemical formula.

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Shigaite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shigaite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shigaite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shigaite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.

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