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Chrysocolla and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.