Soapstone and Azurmalachite Physical Properties

Soapstone and Azurmalachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone 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 Soapstone 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)

Soapstone and Azurmalachite Specific Gravity

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