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Cobaltite and Periclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.33.7-3.9
Amber
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
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cobaltite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Periclase 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 Periclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cobaltite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.