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Titanite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.00-2.45   

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

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
none   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   

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Titanite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Titanite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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

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