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Cobaltite and Meionite 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
2.78
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, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Cobaltite and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Cobaltite and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.