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Covellite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Covellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Flexible  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Covellite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

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Covellite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.

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