Cobaltite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Cobaltite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Cobaltite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.