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Kyanite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.652.00-2.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-72-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Kyanite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Kyanite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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