Chrysoberyl and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrysoberyl and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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