Covellite and Larimar Physical Properties

Covellite and Larimar Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Larimar 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 Larimar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Covellite and Larimar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Larimar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Larimar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Larimar is 2.74-2.90.