Bort and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Bort and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort and Azurmalachite 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 Bort and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

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

Bort and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bort and Azurmalachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bort and Azurmalachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bort is 3.70-3.95 whereas that of Azurmalachite is 3.70-3.95.