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Chalcopyrite and Pectolite Physical Properties


Pectolite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3  
2.74-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}  
Perfect on {100} and {001}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Chalcopyrite and Pectolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Pectolite 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 Pectolite chemical formula.

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Chalcopyrite and Pectolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.

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