Azure malachite and Caledonite Physical Properties

Azure malachite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

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

• Chemical formula of Azure malachite- Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Azure malachite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azure malachite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azure malachite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azure malachite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.