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Amber and Cobaltite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
6.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Amber and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Cobaltite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Amber and Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Amber and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.