Sphalerite and Copper Physical Properties

Sphalerite

Copper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.95-4.10Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sphalerite and Copper Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Copper 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 Sphalerite and Copper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Copper- Cu

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Sphalerite and Copper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Copper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Copper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is Not Available whereas that of Copper is Not Available.