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Sunstone and Cobaltite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.62-2.65
6.3
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001)
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
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sunstone and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone 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 Sunstone and Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sunstone and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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