Gaylussite and Covellite Physical Properties

Gaylussite and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Covellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Gaylussite and Covellite Specific Gravity

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