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Shungite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
3.5-4  

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

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Shungite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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