Compare Minerals

Put any two minerals side by side — formula, structure, hardness, density and more. Type to search each slot.

Mineral A

Mineral B

Name

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Cu₄Fe₅S₈

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Sulfides

Chemical class

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Orthorhombic

Crystal system

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Mohs hardness

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4.33

Specific gravity

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Streak

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Luster

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Cleavage

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P222

Space group

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Chalcopyrite

Structural group

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Hyc · Approved

IMA

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1971

Named in

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Brass-yellow, much like chalcopyrite; does not tarnish easily. Anisotropism: Weak to moderate

Typical colors

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Cu · Fe · S

Elements

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