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K
Name
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CuSe₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Sulfides
Chemical class
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Cubic
Crystal system
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Mohs hardness
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6.53
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Metallic. Anisotropism: Zones rich in Co and Ni are anisotropic in yellow-brown tints. R: (400) 33.8, (420) 34.2
Luster
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Cleavage
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Pa3
Space group
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Pyrite
Structural group
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Krt · Approved
IMA
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1972
Named in
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Gray
Typical colors
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Cu · Se
Elements
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