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Chrysocolla and Witherite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.454.27-4.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-43-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Witherite 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 Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysocolla and Witherite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.