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Chrysocolla

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Chrysocolla and Jasper Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.452.58-2.91
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
none
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-46.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
SiO2

Chrysocolla and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Chrysocolla and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.