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Spinel and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.00-2.45
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
2-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Spinel and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Spinel and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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