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Chrysocolla and Iolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
2.6-2.7
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
none
3,1
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Chrysocolla and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Chrysocolla and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.

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