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Cobaltite and Apophyllite 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
6.3
2.30-2.50
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
Perfect on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Cobaltite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Apophyllite 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 Cobaltite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Cobaltite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.