Azurite and Selenite Physical Properties

Azurite

Selenite

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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

3.70-3.90Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Azurite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Azurite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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