Copper and Atacamite Physical Properties

Copper and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper and Atacamite 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 Copper and Atacamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Copper and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.