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Richterite and Cobaltite Physical Properties


Cobaltite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
6.3   

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   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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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.

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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.

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