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Chrysocolla and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrysocolla and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrysocolla and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.