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Covellite and Prase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Flexible
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Covellite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Covellite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.