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Chrysocolla and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45   
3.20-3.50   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   

Cleavage
none   
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
2-4   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Chrysocolla and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysocolla and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

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Chrysocolla and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.

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