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Larvikite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Larvikite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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