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Witherite and Covellite Physical Properties


Covellite and Witherite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Flexible   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35   
4.6-4.76   

Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Witherite and Covellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Covellite 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 Witherite and Covellite chemical formula.

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Witherite and Covellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Covellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Covellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 4.6-4.76 whereas that of Covellite is 4.6-4.76.

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