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Chrysocolla and Boleite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.455.05
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none
[001] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-43-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.