Piemontite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Piemontite

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, 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

[001] good, [100] distinct

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Piemontite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Piemontite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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