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Cobaltite and Hibschite 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
3.05-3.08
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, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Cobaltite and Hibschite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Hibschite 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 Hibschite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Cobaltite and Hibschite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Hibschite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Hibschite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Hibschite is 3.05-3.08.