Azurmalachite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Azurmalachite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurmalachite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Azurmalachite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurmalachite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurmalachite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurmalachite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.