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Covellite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Flexible
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Covellite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.