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Covellite and Cristinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Flexible
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
2.6-3.6
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Covellite and Cristinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Cristinite 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 Cristinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Covellite and Cristinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Cristinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Cristinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.6-3.6 whereas that of Cristinite is 2.6-3.6.