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Chrysocolla and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
none
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Al 2 O 3

Chrysocolla and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Chrysocolla and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.

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