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Chrysocolla and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
none
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-4
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
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Chrysocolla and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.