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Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.1-4.3  
3.355-3.433  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indistinct on {011}  
{???} Good, {???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcopyrite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcopyrite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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