Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.