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azurite

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az·ur·ite  (zh-rt)
n.
An azure blue vitreous mineral of basic copper carbonate, Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2, used as a copper ore and as a gemstone. Also called chessylite.
azurite [ˈæʒʊˌraɪt]
n
(Earth Sciences / Minerals) an azure-blue mineral associated with copper deposits. It is a source of copper. Composition: copper carbonate. Formula: Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2. Crystal structure: monoclinic
azurite  (zh-rt)
A dark-blue monoclinic mineral occurring as a mass of crystals (an aggregate) or in the form of blades with wedge-shaped tips. It is often found together with the mineral malachite in copper deposits. Azurite is used as a source of copper, as a gemstone, and as a dye for paints and fabrics. Chemical formula: Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2.
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Noun1.azurite - blue carbonate of copper; blue malachite
malachite - a green or blue mineral used as an ore of copper and for making ornamental objects


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