Fukuchilite

Formula:  (Cu,Fe)S2

Origin of name:  For N. Fukuchi, Japanese mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Cubic

Crystal class:  2/m -3

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Colour:  Dark brownish gray

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Luster:  Submetallic

Habit:  Minute grains

Hardness:  ~ 6

Specific gravity:  4.80

Cleavage:  None

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