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Catapleiite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
6.3
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
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
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Catapleiite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Catapleiite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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