Scorodite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Scorodite

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.00-2.45

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Scorodite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Scorodite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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