General Information:
Chemical Formula:
Ca(Cu,Zn)4(SO4)2(OH)6·3(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 644.32 gm)
Calcium 6.22 % Ca
Zinc 10.15 % Zn
Copper 29.59 % Cu
Hydrogen 1.88 % H
Sulfur 9.95 % S
Oxygen 42.21 % O
Empirical Formula:
CaCu3Zn(SO4)2(OH)6·3(H2O)
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
[001] Perfect
Color:
sky blue.
Density:
3.07
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
3.5-4 - Copper Penny-Flourite
Luster:
Vitreous - Pearly
Streak:
greenish white
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