Iddingsite and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Iddingsite and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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