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Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.