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Covellite and Sphene 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
4.6-4.76Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Covellite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

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

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