Langbeinite and Azurite Physical Properties

Langbeinite and Azurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Azurite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3
• Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Langbeinite and Azurite Specific Gravity

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