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Xonotlite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Xonotlite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

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

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