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Covellite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Flexible
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Covellite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Aragonite 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 Covellite and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Covellite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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