Hessonite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Hessonite

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

3.55-3.736.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

7-7.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hessonite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

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

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Hessonite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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