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Esperite and Covellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
4.6-4.76
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Esperite and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Covellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Esperite and Covellite Specific Gravity

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