Rutilated topaz and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Rutilated topaz and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated topaz 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 Rutilated topaz and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Rutilated topaz and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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