Chrysocolla and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Chrysocolla

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.00-2.45Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

none

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Chrysocolla and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Chrysocolla and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.