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Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Smithsonite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3  
4.00-4.65  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}  
Perfect on [1011]  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

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Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.

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