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Melanite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.00-2.45   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
none   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
2-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   

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Melanite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite 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 Melanite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Melanite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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

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