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Apache Tear and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.00-2.45   

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

Cleavage
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none   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2-4   

Chemical Composition
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Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   

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Apache Tear and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Apache Tear and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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

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