Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.30-3.50
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
none
Perfect on {110}, poor on {101}, {001} rare
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite 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 Hemimorphite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Hemimorphite- Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Hemimorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.30-3.50 whereas that of Hemimorphite is 3.30-3.50.