Viridine and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Viridine and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Viridine 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 Viridine and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Viridine and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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