Covellite and Steatite Physical Properties

Covellite

Steatite

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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

4.6-4.762.20-2.80

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

Not AvailableNot Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Covellite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Covellite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.