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Chrysocolla and Matrix Opal Physical Properties

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
2.00-2.45
1.98-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
none
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Matrix Opal 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 Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Matrix Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Matrix Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Matrix Opal is 1.98-2.50.