Chrysocolla and Natrolite Physical Properties

Chrysocolla and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄
• Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.