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Chlorapatite 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
3.17-3.18
6.3
1.5 Fracture
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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
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{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chlorapatite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chlorapatite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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