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Zoisite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.00-2.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
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

Zoisite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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

Zoisite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

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