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Pectolite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.90
6.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
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 on {100} and {001}
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Pectolite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pectolite 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 Pectolite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Pectolite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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