Scorodite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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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

Sub-Conchoidal, 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

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scorodite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

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

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Scorodite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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