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Smaragdite and Shattuckite 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
3.24-3.50
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smaragdite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Shattuckite 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 Smaragdite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smaragdite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.

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