Cuprospinel

Formula:  (Cu,Mg)Fe2O4

Origin of name:  From copper and spinel

 

Crystal system:  Cubic

Crystal class: 4/m -3 2/m

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Colour:  Black

Diaphaneity:  Opaque

Luster:

Habit:  Massive, irregular grains

Hardness:  6.5

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Cleavage:  None

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Streak:  Black

 

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