Cobaltite and Bixbite Physical Properties

Cobaltite

Bixbite

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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

6.3Not Available

1 7.18

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

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1.6 Cleavage

{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Cobaltite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Cobaltite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.