chrysocolla UK /ˌkɹɪs.əʊˈkɒl.ə/US /ˌkɹɪs.əˈkɑl.ə/ noun1 •A vitreous silicate mineral that is a minor ore of copper, with the chemical formula (Cu²⁺,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O. formschrysocollas