Malachite (Sample #35)
Colour: Green with banding
Hardness: 3.5-4.0
Streak: Green
Luster: Raw samples are dull to earthy but will polish up to a high shine
Magnetic: No
Conductive: Yes
Cleavage: Perfect in one direction
Relative Density: 3.6
Distinguishing Characteristics: It will bubble when it comes into contact with hydrochloric acid. It is one of the few green minerals.
Uses: It can be used as a minor ore for copper. Typically it is used in ornamental sculptures, beads and jewelry.
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