Trinitite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Trinitite

Cobaltite

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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

Not Available6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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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

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Trinitite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite 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 Trinitite and Cobaltite chemical formula.

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

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Trinitite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

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