Chrysocolla and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
none
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysocolla and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla and Augelite 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 Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysocolla and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.