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Covellite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Covellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Flexible   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76   
2.9-3.1   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Covellite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Covellite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Covellite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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