Helenite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Helenite

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Helenite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Cobaltite 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 Helenite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Helenite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.