Chrysocolla and Siderite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
3.83-3.89
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
none
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
2-4
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Siderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Siderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.