Chrysocolla and Wax Opal Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
1.98-2.50
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
none
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
2-4
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chrysocolla and Wax Opal Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla and Wax Opal 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 Wax Opal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chrysocolla and Wax Opal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Wax Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Wax Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Wax Opal is 1.98-2.50.