Alabaster and Azure malachite Physical Properties

Alabaster and Azure malachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Azure malachite 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 Alabaster and Azure malachite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Alabaster and Azure malachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alabaster and Azure malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alabaster and Azure malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alabaster is Not Available whereas that of Azure malachite is Not Available.