Simpsonite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Simpsonite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Chrysoprase 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 Simpsonite and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Simpsonite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.