Covellite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

Covellite

Leucophanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Flexible

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.6-4.76Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not AvailableNot Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Covellite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Covellite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.