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Chrysocolla and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
none   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
2-4   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Chrysocolla and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

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Chrysocolla and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

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