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Azurite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-3.90
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Azurite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Azurite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

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