Chrysocolla
Chrysocolla is a mineral with the chemical formula CuSiO3·2H2O. It has a Mohs hardness of 2.5 to 7 and vitreous to dull luster.
Chrysocolla properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | CuSiO3·2H2O |
| Mohs hardness | 2.5 to 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous to dull |
| Typical colors | Blue, turquoise, green |
| Formation | Secondary mineral in copper deposits |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 2.5–7 — hard
1 · Talc5 · Apatite10 · Diamond
Mineralyst
Wondering what you found?
Point your camera at any mineral and Mineralyst identifies it in seconds — with guided follow-up questions for a confident answer.
- Build a collection
- Keep a wish list
- 5 photos per find
- Share with friends
