Shortite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3,0
Specific Gravity 2,61
Refractive Index 1,53 – 1,569
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0,039
Pleochroism Yellow - green - gray

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Shortite
Mohs hardness of Shortite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Shortite
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a b c Orthorhombic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Shortite

A shortite é um raro mineral de carbonato de sódio e cálcio que forma cristais ortorrômbicos de cor amarela pálida a incolor com um lustre vítreo. Ocorre em depósitos evaporíticos de trona e nos xistos de Green River no Wyoming, EUA. A sua raridade e a pequena dimensão dos cristais translúcidos tornam-na uma pedra de colecionador difícil de encontrar.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shortite?
A shortite é um raro mineral de carbonato de sódio e cálcio que forma cristais ortorrômbicos de cor amarela pálida a incolor com um lustre vítreo. Ocorre em depósitos evaporíticos de trona e nos xistos de Green River no Wyoming, EUA. A sua raridade e a pequena dimensão dos cristais translúcidos torn
What is the hardness of Shortite?
Shortite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Shortite?
Shortite is primarily Various.
How much does Shortite cost?
Shortite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Shortite?
Shortite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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