Adamite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Adamite

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.32-4.48

2.00-2.45

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

2-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Adamite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite 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 Adamite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Adamite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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