Azurmalachite and Willemite Physical Properties

Azurmalachite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurmalachite and Willemite 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 Willemite 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 Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Azurmalachite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurmalachite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurmalachite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurmalachite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.