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Achroite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.00-2.45  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
none  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
2-4  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4  

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Achroite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Chrysocolla 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 Achroite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Achroite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.

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