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Chrysocolla and Ulexite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
none
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysocolla and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chrysocolla and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.