Iddingsite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Iddingsite

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

2.5-2.86.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

{???} Perfect

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

35.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Iddingsite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Iddingsite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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