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Chalcopyrite and Shungite Physical Properties


Shungite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
C  

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Chalcopyrite and Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

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Chalcopyrite and Shungite Specific Gravity

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

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