Azurite and Prase Physical Properties

Azurite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite and Prase 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 Prase 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 Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Azurite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.