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Labradorite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Labradorite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite 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 Labradorite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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