Covellite and Brucite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Flexible
Sectile
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
2.39
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Irregular
Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Perfect on {0001}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
2.5
Chemical Composition
CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Covellite and Brucite Chemical Formula
While comparing Covellite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Covellite and Brucite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.