Paraiba and Covellite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Covellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Flexible

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.134.6-4.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Paraiba and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Covellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Paraiba and Covellite Specific Gravity

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