A stunning crystal formation featuring azurite and malachite, showcasing their vibrant blue and green colors and intricate patterns, from the Midelt Mine, Morocco.
Geological Information:
- Location: Midelt Mine, Morocco (notably in the Atlas Mountains) - Type: Azurite (a type of copper carbonate mineral) and Malachite (a type of copper carbonate mineral) - Chemical Composition: Azurite: Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂, Malachite: Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂ - Age: Approximately 200-300 million years old (Triassic-Jurassic era) - Formation: Hydrothermal veins, specifically in the limestone and dolostone rocks of the Midelt Mine - Hardness: Azurite: 3.5-4, Malachite: 3.5-4 on the Mohs scale - Distinctive Features: Vibrant blue (azurite) and green (malachite) colors, intricate patterns, and high copper content, characteristic of this unique mineral association.
This description provides the essential geological information about the Azurite Malachite from Midelt Mine, Morocco, including its location, type, chemical composition, age, formation process, hardness, and distinctive features.
