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Cobaltite and Strontianite 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
3.63-3.79
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), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Cobaltite and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Cobaltite and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cobaltite and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cobaltite and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cobaltite is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.