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Chrysocolla and Jet Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.451.19-1.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
none
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-42.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.