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Chrysocolla and Rutile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysocolla and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysocolla and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.