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Edenite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Good on (110)  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Edenite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite and Chalcopyrite 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 Edenite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Edenite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Edenite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Edenite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.

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