Epidote and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Epidote and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Epidote and Chrysocolla 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 Epidote and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Epidote- CaAl 2(Fe3+ ,Al)Si 3O 12(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Epidote and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Epidote and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Epidote and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Epidote is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.