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Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.