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Triplite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94   
2.00-2.45   

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

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   
none   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2-4   

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   

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Triplite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite 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 Triplite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Triplite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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

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