Chrysocolla and Celestine Physical Properties

Chrysocolla and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄
• Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.