Druzy and Azurite Physical Properties

Druzy

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.70-3.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Druzy and Azurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Azurite 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 Druzy and Azurite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Druzy and Azurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Azurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Azurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 3.70-3.90 whereas that of Azurite is 3.70-3.90.