Gaspeite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Gaspeite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspeite and Cuprite 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 Gaspeite and Cuprite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3
• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gaspeite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaspeite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaspeite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaspeite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.