Chalcopyrite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Chalcopyrite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chalcopyrite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.