Pietersite and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Pietersite and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Azurmalachite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Azurmalachite- (Cu) 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2 + Cu 2(CO 3)(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pietersite and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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