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Cobaltite and Crocoite 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
5.90-6.10
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
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Cobaltite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Cobaltite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.