Kidney-Shaped Malachite
Malachite is a green copper carbonate mineral.
About the Model
Malachite is one of the most common minerals and is widely spread throughout the Earth's crust. It usually occurs in kidney-shaped and clustered aggregates. It has a rich shade of green, a patterned surface, and an opaque transparency. Traditionally, it was used to ward off danger and fight illness. Currently, it is valued as an ornamental stone and is used in jewelry, household goods, plates, as well as green dyes and paints. Medium: mineral
Category
Science
Keywords
green, copper, mineral, crystal, transparency, opaque, positive, transformation, rock, gemstone, geology, geological studies, environmental studies, earth science, rock composition, earth materials, environmental education, physical science
Updated
Mar 31 2022