Cobaltite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Cobaltite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.32.08-2.16

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Cobaltite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Cobaltite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.