Shigaite and Piemontite Physical Properties

Shigaite

Piemontite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Moderately ﬂexible

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.32Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Flexible Flexible fragments.

Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

26-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Shigaite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Shigaite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shigaite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shigaite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shigaite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.