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Caledonite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Caledonite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Caledonite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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