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Thulite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.12.00-2.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-72-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Thulite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Thulite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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