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Chrysoprase and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64
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1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
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Chrysoprase and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase and Piemontite 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 Chrysoprase and Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
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Chrysoprase and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoprase and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoprase and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoprase is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.