Chalcopyrite and Atacamite Physical Properties

Chalcopyrite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Atacamite 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 Atacamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Chalcopyrite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.