Chalcopyrite and Afghanite Physical Properties

Chalcopyrite and Afghanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Afghanite 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 Chalcopyrite and Afghanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chalcopyrite and Afghanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Afghanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Afghanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Afghanite is 2.55-2.65.