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Chrysocolla and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
none
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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