Esquema molecular
Malachite
Cu2(CO3)(OH)2
Description
Malachite is a green mineral that consists of a copper carbonate hydroxide. It is recognized for its vibrant green color and banded appearance, often used in ornamental jewelry.
Chemical composition
Chemical formula
Cu2(CO3)(OH)2
Classification
Carbonato
Crystal system
Monoclínico
Luster
Sedeoso
Streak
Verde claro
Density
3.6 g/cm³
Temperatura de fusión
600 °C
Mohs Scale — 3.5/10
Referencia: Fluorita
Color
Verde
Usos
Uso cotidiano
Used in jewelry and decoration due to its vibrant green color.
Uso industrial
Used as a copper ore and in the production of pigment.
Similar minerals
Compare species
| Properties | Malachite | Chrysocolla | Azurite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical formula | Cu2(CO3)(OH)2 | (Cu,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4·nH2O | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 |
| Classification | Carbonato | Silicatos | Carbonates |
| Crystal system | Monoclínico | Amorfo | Monoclinic |
| Hardness | 3.5 | 2.5 | 3.5 |
| Density | 3.6 g/cm³ | 2 g/cm³ | 3.77 g/cm³ |
| Luster | Sedeoso | Vitreous to silky | Vitreous |
| Streak | Verde claro | White | Light blue |
| Cleavage | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| Transparency | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Similar minerals: Chrysocolla · Azurite
Derivatives and uses
Paint pigment and decorative jewelry, sometimes also used in traditional medicine.
Geographic distribution
Extraction countries: Chequia, CG, Tanzania, Zambia, Australia
Galería de la comunidad
Periodic table
Contains elements: Cu · C · O · H
Hydrogen
#1 · Nonmetals
