Chrysocolla and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
none
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chrysocolla and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla and Adamite 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 Chrysocolla and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chrysocolla and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.