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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

Kostovite

Name

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AuCuTe₄

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Sulfides

Chemical class

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Crystal system

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2–2.5

Mohs hardness

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8.43

Specific gravity

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Streak

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Metallic

Luster

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Distinct in one direction

Cleavage

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Space group

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Structural group

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Ktv · Approved

IMA

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1965

Named in

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Grayish white; in polished section, pinkish creamy white

Typical colors

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Au · Cu · Te

Elements

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