Mineral Spotlight - Malachite

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Channel: MrLundScience · 2018 · Science & Technology

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Malachite

Chemical Name:  Copper II Carbonate Hydroxide
Group:  Carbonates
Mohs Hardness:  3.5 - 4
Crystal System:  Monoclinic
Form/Habit:  Massive, botryoidal
Cleavage:  Perfect
Fracture:  Subconchoidal to uneven, brittle
Luster:  Adamantine to silky
Streak:  Light/pale green
Specific Gravity:  3.9 - 4.0
Healing Properties:  None

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