Cobaltite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Cobaltite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.32.58-2.74

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Cobaltite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Cobaltite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.