Omphacite and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Omphacite and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite 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 Omphacite and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Omphacite and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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