1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.65-4.552.30-2.90
1
7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Good to perfect_usually N/A
1.7 Mohs Hardness
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O