Azurmalachite and Corundum Physical Properties

Azurmalachite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurmalachite and Corundum 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 Azurmalachite and Corundum chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Azurmalachite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurmalachite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurmalachite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurmalachite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.