Covellite and Siderite Physical Properties

Covellite

Siderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Flexible

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.6-4.763.83-3.89

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

Perfect on {01 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Covellite and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Covellite and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.