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Hurlbutite and Azurmalachite Physical Properties


Azurmalachite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90   
3.70-3.95   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)   

Cleavage
None   
1,1 basal.   

Mohs Hardness
6   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Hurlbutite and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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

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