Richterite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Richterite

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

3.0-3.56.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Brittle

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

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Richterite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

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

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Richterite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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