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Azurite and Brucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-3.90
2.39
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Azurite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite and Brucite 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 Brucite 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 Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Azurite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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