Covellite and Ekanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Flexible
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
3.28-3.32
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
{101} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Covellite and Ekanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Covellite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Covellite and Ekanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.