Magnetite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Magnetite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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