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Azurite and Beudantite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-3.904.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
distinct; good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-43.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Azurite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite and Beudantite 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 Azurite and Beudantite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Azurite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.