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Cobaltite and Fuchsite 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
2.77-2.88
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
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Cobaltite and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Cobaltite and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.