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Vanadinite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vanadinite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vanadinite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

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