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Akoya pearl and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Akoya pearl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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4.1-4.3   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Indistinct on {011}   

Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
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CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Akoya pearl and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Akoya pearl 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 Akoya pearl and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Akoya pearl and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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