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Unakite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties


Chrysocolla and Unakite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.85-3.20   
2.00-2.45   

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

Cleavage
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none   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
2-4   

Chemical Composition
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Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4   

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Unakite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Unakite 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 Unakite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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Unakite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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

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