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Goldstone and Covellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
4.6-4.76
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Goldstone and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Covellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au
  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Goldstone and Covellite Specific Gravity

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