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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

Chrysocolla
Chrysocolla



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Zinnwaldite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.12.00-2.45
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
none

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.02-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Zinnwaldite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Zinnwaldite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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