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Catapleiite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Catapleiite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Chrysoprase 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 Catapleiite and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Catapleiite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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