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Chrysocolla and Vlasovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
2.97
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.