General Information:
Chemical Formula:
(Cu,Zn)5(SO4)2(OH)6·6(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 758.33 gm)
Zinc 10.78 % Zn
Copper 31.42 % Cu
Hydrogen 2.92 % H
Sulfur 8.46 % S
Oxygen 46.42 % O
Empirical Formula:
Cu3.75Zn1.25(SO4)2(OH)6·8(H2O)
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
None
Color:
blue, blue green, green, or emerald green.
Density:
2.94
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
2-2.5 - Gypsum-Finger Nail
Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
Streak:
light green
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