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Chrysocolla and Schultenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
5.943-6.07
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
none
{010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Schultenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Schultenite 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 Schultenite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Schultenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Schultenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 5.943-6.07 whereas that of Schultenite is 5.943-6.07.