What color is malachite?

Malachite, the deep green coloured gemstone is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral. It is extensively used in jewellery making due to its enchanting colour and its ability to withstand the sun. Yes, it does not fade when in contact with the sun for replica van cleef & arpels alhambra earring. Moreover, malachite can be powdered easily; hence, it is also used for adding colour to various materials. The stone was named after the Greek word ‘mallows’ that translates as ‘green of leaves’.

The striking green colour of malachite is not the same everywhere. It has banding all over the surface, resembling every shade of nature. It is found extensively in Egypt, Russia, Congo and Israel. A limited amount of malachite is also located in Australia, France and Arizona.

So now another question: What makes malachite green?

Actually, Malachite green is an organic chloride salt that is the monochloride salt of the malachite green cation. Used as a green-coloured dye, as a counter-stain in histology, and for its anti-fungal properties in aquaculture. It has a role as a fluorochrome in fake cartier love ring, a histological dye, an antifungal drug, a carcinogenic agent, a teratogenic agent, an environmental contaminant and an antibacterial agent. It contains a malachite green cation.

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