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Chrysocolla and Copper Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
none
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Cu

Chrysocolla and Copper Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Copper 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 Copper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu

Chrysocolla and Copper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Copper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Copper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is Not Available whereas that of Copper is Not Available.

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