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Danburite and Covellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
4.6-4.76
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Danburite and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Covellite 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 Danburite and Covellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Danburite and Covellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Covellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Covellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 4.6-4.76 whereas that of Covellite is 4.6-4.76.

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