Druzy and Cuprite Physical Properties

Druzy

Cuprite

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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

Not Available5.85-6.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Druzy and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Cuprite 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 Druzy and Cuprite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Druzy and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.