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Cobaltite and Carnelian 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
2.58-2.64
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, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Cobaltite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2

Cobaltite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.