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Chrysocolla and Phosgenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
6.13
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
none
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.