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Pallasite and Covellite Physical Properties


Covellite and Pallasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Flexible   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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4.6-4.76   

Fracture
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Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
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CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Pallasite and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pallasite 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 Pallasite and Covellite chemical formula.

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Pallasite and Covellite Specific Gravity

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

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