Copper and Brucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Sectile

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.39

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Irregular

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Copper and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Copper and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.