Agate and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Agate and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Agate and Chalcopyrite 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 Agate and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Agate- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Agate and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agate and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agate and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agate is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.