Microcline and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Microcline

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.636.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

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

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Microcline and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Microcline and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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