Chambersite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Chambersite

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.50

2.00-2.45

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Chambersite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Chambersite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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