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Chalcopyrite and Pollucite Physical Properties


Pollucite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
Readily soluble in HF  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3  
2.86-2.94  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}  
None observed  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
(Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  

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Chalcopyrite and Pollucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Pollucite 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 Pollucite chemical formula.

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Chalcopyrite and Pollucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Pollucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Pollucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 2.86-2.94 whereas that of Pollucite is 2.86-2.94.

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